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Executive Summary School Accountability Report Card, 2010–11

For Challenger Elementary Community Day

Address: / 28123 Avenue 14, Madera, CA, 93638 / Phone: / (559) 662-6277
Principal: / Steve Carney, Executive Director, Career and Alternative Education Services / Grade Span: / 1-6


This executive summary of the School Accountability Report Card (SARC) is intended to provide parents and community members with a quick snapshot of information related to individual public schools. Most data presented in this report are reported for the 2010–11 school year. School finances and school completion data are reported for the 2009–10 school year. Contact information, facilities, curriculum and instructional materials, and select teacher data are reported for the 2011–12 school year. For additional information about the school, parents and community members should review the entire SARC or contact the school principal or the district office.

About This School

Challenger Elementary Community Day School opened in August 2005. The students assigned to the Challenger Elementary Community Day School meet the conditions of Education Code Section 48662(b), including the priorities listed therein. Without a Community Day School in Chowchilla for the elementary grades, referred students from Chowchilla Elementary School District would be assigned to an Independent Study program as an alternative educational program.

Student Enrollment

Group / Enrollment
Number of students / 7
Black or African American / 28.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native / 0.0%
Asian / 0.0%
Filipino / 0.0%
Hispanic or Latino / 57.1%
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander / 0.0%
White / 14.3%
Two or More Races / 0.0%
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged / 100.0%
English Learners / 42.9%
Students with Disabilities / 0.0%

Teachers

Indicator / Teachers
Teachers with full credential / 1
Teachers without full credential / 0
Teachers Teaching Outside Subject Area of Competence / 0
Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners / 0
Total Teacher Misassignments / 0

Student Performance

Subject / Students Proficient and Above on STAR* Program Results
English-Language Arts / 0
Mathematics / 0
Science / 0
History-Social Science / 0

*Standardized Testing and Reporting Program assessments used for accountability purposes include the California Standards Tests, the California Modified Assessment, and the California Alternate Performance Assessment.

Academic Progress*

Indicator / Result
2011 Growth API Score (from 2011 Growth API Report) / Too few test scores to calculate a score
Statewide Rank (from 2010 Base API Report)
Met All 2011 AYP Requirements / Yes
Number of AYP Criteria Met Out of the Total Number of Criteria Possible / Met 4 of 4
2011–12 Program Improvement Status (PI Year)

*The Academic Performance Index is required under state law. Adequate Yearly Progress is required by federal law.

School Facilities

Summary of Most Recent Site Inspection
The facility is three years old. It is in excellent condition. The Director of Maintenance and Operation inspected the site just prior to opening for the new school year no repairs or changers were necessary.
Repairs Needed
None needed
Corrective Actions Taken or Planned
None needed

Curriculum and Instructional Materials

Core Curriculum Area / Pupils Who Lack Textbooks and Instructional Materials
Reading/Language Arts / 0
Mathematics / 0
Science / 0
History-Social Science / 0
Foreign Language / 0
Health / 0
Visual and Performing Arts / 0
Science Laboratory Equipment (grades 9-12) / 0

School Finances

Level / Expenditures Per Pupil (Unrestricted Sources Only)
School Site / $7,701
District / $9,406
State

School Completion

Indicator / Result
Graduation Rate (if applicable) / N/A

Postsecondary Preparation

Measure / Percent
Pupils Who Completed a Career Technical Education Program and Earned a High School Diploma / N/A
Graduates Who Completed All Courses Required for University of California or California State University Admission / 0.0%

School Accountability Report Card

Reported Using Data from the 2010–11 School Year

Published During 2011–12

Every school in California is required by state law to publish a School Accountability Report Card (SARC), by February 1 of each year. The SARC contains information about the condition and performance of each California public school.

·  For more information about SARC requirements, see the California Department of Education (CDE) SARC Web page at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/sa/.

·  For additional information about the school, parents and community members should contact the school principal or the district office.

I. Data and Access

Ed-Data Partnership Web Site

Ed-Data is a partnership of the CDE, EdSource, and the Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) that provides extensive financial, demographic, and performance information about California’s public kindergarten through grade twelve school districts and schools.

DataQuest

DataQuest is an online data tool located on the CDE DataQuest Web page at http://dq.cde.ca.gov/dataquest/ that contains additional information about this school and comparisons of the school to the district, the county, and the state. Specifically, DataQuest is a dynamic system that provides reports for accountability (e.g., state Academic Performance Index [API], federal Adequate Yearly Progress [AYP]), test data, enrollment, high school graduates, dropouts, course enrollments, staffing, and data regarding English learners.

Internet Access

Internet access is available at public libraries and other locations that are publicly accessible (e.g., the California State Library). Access to the Internet at libraries and public locations is generally provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Other use restrictions may include the hours of operation, the length of time that a workstation may be used (depending on availability), the types of software programs available on a workstation, and the ability to print documents.

II. About This School

Contact Information (School Year 2011–12)
School / District
School Name / Challenger Elementary Community Day / District Name / Madera County Office of Education
Street / 28123 Avenue 14 / Phone Number / (559) 673-6051
City, State, Zip / Madera, CA, 93638 / Web Site / www.maderacoe.k12.ca.us
Phone Number / (559) 662-6277 / Superintendent / Cecilia Massetti
Principal / Steve Carney, Executive Director, Career and Alternative Education Services / E-mail Address /
E-mail Address / / CDS Code / 20102070109728
School Description and Mission Statement (School Year 2010–11)
The mission of the Madera County Office of Education Alternative Education Programs is to provide a safe, positive learning environment that will encourage inclusion, promote life skills, provide career technical education, increase positive self-esteem and prepare students for current and future educational and career success.
The vision of the Madera County Office of Education Alternative Education Programs is to provide engaging educational opportunities in a supportive environment that will promote life-long learning and positive contributions to students’ communities.
All students are expected to …
Be academically successful by:
•Increasing the percentage of classes successfully completed
•Improving performance in all subject areas
•Working toward obtaining a diploma or certificate of completion
Demonstrate responsibility/accountability by:
•Following school/classroom rules and expectations
•Attending school on a regular basis
Opportunities for Parental Involvement (School Year 2010–11)
Parents are kept informed of their child’s progress through student success team meetings, phone calls, or parent/teacher/principal conferences. In addition, we have invited parents to student performances and activities.
Student Enrollment by Grade Level (School Year 2010–11)
Grade Level / Number of Students / Grade Level / Number of Students
Kindergarten / 0 / Grade 8 / 7
Grade 1 / 0 / Ungraded Elementary / 0
Grade 2 / 0 / Grade 9 / 0
Grade 3 / 0 / Grade 10 / 0
Grade 4 / 0 / Grade 11 / 0
Grade 5 / 0 / Grade 12 / 0
Grade 6 / 0 / Ungraded Secondary / 0
Grade 7 / 0 / Total Enrollment / 7
Student Enrollment by Subgroup (School Year 2010–11)
Group / Percent of Total Enrollment
Black or African American / 28.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native / 0.0%
Asian / 0.0%
Filipino / 0.0%
Hispanic or Latino / 57.1%
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander / 0.0%
White / 14.3%
Two or More Races / 0.0%
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged / 100.0%
English Learners / 42.9%
Students with Disabilities / 0.0%
Average Class Size and Class Size Distribution (Elementary)
Grade Level / Avg. Class Size / 2008–09 Number of Classes* / Avg. Class Size / 2009–10 Number of Classes* / Avg. Class Size / 2010–11 Number of Classes*
1-20 / 21-32 / 33+ / 1-20 / 21-32 / 33+ / 1-20 / 21-32 / 33+
K
1
2
3
4
5
6
Other / 7 / 5

* Number of classes indicates how many classes fall into each size category (a range of total students per classroom).

Average Class Size and Class Size Distribution (Secondary)
Subject / Avg. Class Size / 2008–09 Number of Classes* / Avg. Class Size / 2009–10 Number of Classes* / Avg. Class Size / 2010–11 Number of Classes*
1-22 / 23-32 / 33+ / 1-22 / 23-32 / 33+ / 1-22 / 23-32 / 33+
English / 7 / 1
Mathematics / 7 / 1
Science / 7 / 1
Social Science / 7 / 1

* Number of classes indicates how many classrooms fall into each size category (a range of total students per classroom). At the secondary school level, this information is reported by subject area rather than grade level.

III. School Climate

School Safety Plan (School Year 2010–11)
The school’s safety plan is reviewed annually by the administration, teachers, and other staff and is submitted annually to the Madera County Board of Education for approval. The teacher has a telephone and radio to reach administration and law enforcement immediately.
Suspensions and Expulsions
Rate* / School 2008–09 / School 2009–10 / School 2010–11 / District 2008–09 / District 2009–10 / District 2010–11
Suspensions / 616.7 / 462.5 / 375.0
Expulsions

* The rate of suspensions and expulsions is calculated by dividing the total number of incidents by the total enrollment.

IV. School Facilities

School Facility Conditions and Planned Improvements (School Year 2011–12)

The school is located in a new facility. A bathroom, kitchen and office are located in the building. Students have access to a playground provided by the local school district. The building is in excellent condition.

School Facility Good Repair Status (School Year 2011–12)

System Inspected / Repair Status / Repair Needed and Action Taken or Planned
Exemplary / Good / Fair / Poor
Systems: Gas Leaks, Mechanical/HVAC, Sewer / X / None planned at this time
Interior: Interior Surfaces / X / None planned at this time
Cleanliness: Overall Cleanliness, Pest/ Vermin Infestation / X / None planned at this time
Electrical: Electrical / X / None planned at this time
Restrooms/Fountains: Restrooms, Sinks/ Fountains / X / None planned at this time
Safety: Fire Safety, Hazardous Materials / X / None planned at this time
Structural: Structural Damage, Roofs / X / None planned at this time
External: Playground/School Grounds, Windows/ Doors/Gates/Fences / X / None planned at this time
Overall Rating / X

Note: Cells shaded in black do not require data.

V. Teachers

Teacher Credentials

Teachers / School 2008–09 / School 2009–10 / School 2010–11 / District 2010–11
With Full Credential / 1 / 1 / 1 / 1
Without Full Credential / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0
Teaching Outside Subject Area of Competence (with full credential) / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0

Teacher Misassignments and Vacant Teacher Positions

Indicator / 2009–10 / 2010–11 / 2011–12
Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners / 0 / 0 / 0
Total Teacher Misassignments* / 0 / 0 / 0
Vacant Teacher Positions / 0 / 0 / 0

Note: “Misassignments” refers to the number of positions filled by teachers who lack legal authorization to teach that grade level, subject area, student group, etc.
* Total Teacher Misassignments includes the number of Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners.

Core Academic Classes Taught by Highly Qualified Teachers (School Year 2010–11)

The Federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), also known as No Child Left Behind (NCLB), requires that core academic subjects be taught by Highly Qualified Teachers, defined as having at least a bachelor’s degree, an appropriate California teaching credential, and demonstrated core academic subject area competence. For more information, see the CDE Improving Teacher and Principal Quality Web page at: http://www.cde.ca.gov/nclb/sr/tq/

Location of Classes / Percent of Classes In Core Academic Subjects Taught by Highly Qualified Teachers / Percent of Classes In Core Academic Subjects Not Taught by Highly Qualified Teachers
This School / 100.00% / 0.00%
All Schools in District / 94.00% / 6.00%
High-Poverty Schools in District / 91.67% / 8.33%
Low-Poverty Schools in District / 100.00% / 0.00%

Note: High-poverty schools are defined as those schools with student eligibility of approximately 40 percent or more in the free and reduced price meals program. Low-poverty schools are those with student eligibility of approximately 25 percent or less in the free and reduced price meals program.

VI. Support Staff

Academic Counselors and Other Support Staff (School Year 2010–11)

Title / Number of FTE* Assigned to School / Average Number of Students per Academic Counselor
Academic Counselor / 1 / 11
Counselor (Social/Behavioral or Career Development) / 0
Library Media Teacher (librarian) / Provided by LEA
Library Media Services Staff (paraprofessional) / Provided by LEA
Psychologist / 1
Social Worker / 0
Nurse / 1
Speech/Language/Hearing Specialist / 0
Resource Specialist (non-teaching) / 1
Other / 0

Note: Cells shaded in black do not require data.
* One Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) equals one staff member working full-time; one FTE could also represent two staff members who each work 50 percent of full-time.

VII. Curriculum and Instructional Materials

Quality, Currency, Availability of Textbooks and Instructional Materials (School Year 2011–12)

This section describes whether the textbooks and instructional materials used at the school are from the most recent adoption; whether there are sufficient textbooks and instruction materials for each student; and information about the school’s use of any supplemental curriculum or non-adopted textbooks or instructional materials.
Year and month in which data were collected: ______

Core Curriculum Area / Textbooks and instructional materials/year of adoption / From most recent adoption? / Percent students lacking own assigned copy
Reading/Language Arts / Houghton Mifflin / Yes / 0
Mathematics / Houghton Mifflin / Yes / 0
Science / Harcourt / Yes / 0
History-Social Science / Harcourt / Yes / 0
Foreign Language
Health
Visual and Performing Arts
Science Laboratory Equipment (grades 9-12)

VIII. School Finances

Expenditures Per Pupil and School Site Teacher Salaries (Fiscal Year 2009–10)